Farida Parveen facts for kids
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Farida Parveen
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Parveen at the Universal Sufi Festival 2017
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| Born | 31 December 1954 |
| Origin | Natore District, East Bengal, Dominion of Pakistan |
| Genres | Lalon, folk |
| Occupation(s) | singer |
| Instruments | instrumental, vocal |
| Years active | 1968–present |
Farida Parveen (born on December 31, 1954) is a very well-known folk singer from Bangladesh. People often call her "the Queen of Lalon song" because she sings these special songs so beautifully. She has received many important awards, including the Ekushey Padak in 1987. She also won the Bangladesh National Film Award for Best Female Playback Singer for her singing in the movie Andho Prem in 1993.
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Farida Parveen's Early Life
Farida Parveen was born in a place called Natore. She grew up in Kushtia. Her father worked in health services. When she was a child, she loved to play the harmonium. In 1968, she started singing Nazrul songs for Rajshahi Betar, which is a radio station. She later studied at Kushtia Government College, which is part of Rajshahi University.
Farida Parveen learned music from many talented teachers. Her first teacher was Komal Chakrabarti. She then learned classical music from Ustaad Ibrahim Khan, Ustad Rabindranath Ray, Ustad Osman Goni, and Ustad Motaleb Biswas. She also learned Nazrul songs from Ustad Mir Muzaffar Ali and Ustad Abdul Qadir. Later, a person named Moksed Ali Shai introduced her to Lalon music, which became her main style.
Farida Parveen's Singing Career
Farida Parveen began her singing career with Nazrul Sangeet. In 1973, she sang a patriotic song called Ei Padma Ei Meghna. She also performed a famous Lalon song called Shatyo Bol Shupothey Chol that same year. Some of her other popular songs include Tomra Bhulei Gechho Mallikadir Naam and Nindar Kanta Jodi. She is most famous for singing Lalon songs.
Farida Parveen has performed her music in many places around the world. In 2014, she sang at a sufi festival in Belgium. This event was organized by the Bangladesh embassy and the Centre for Fine Arts. In 2015, she performed in New Delhi, India. This performance was part of a special program organized by the Bangladesh High Commission for Pohela Boishakh, which is the Bengali New Year.
Farida Parveen's Personal Life
Farida Parveen was married to a lyricist and composer named Abu Zafar. He was also a very talented artist.
Farida Parveen's Music
Popular Songs
- "Ei Padma Ei Meghna"
- "Barir Kache Arshi Nogor"
- "Shatyo Bol Shupothey Chol"
- "Tomra Bhulei Gechho Mallikader Naam"
- "Nindar Kata Jodi"
- "Porga Namaz Jene Shune"
Music Albums
- Khachar Vitor Ochin Pakhi
- Kishoree Bou
- Milon Hobe Koto Dine
- Nindar Kata
- Pap Punner Kotha
- Shomoi Gele Shodhan Hobena
- Tomra Vule Gacho
Awards and Recognition
Farida Parveen has received many awards for her amazing contributions to music. These awards show how much her talent is appreciated.
- Feroza Begum Memorial Gold Medal (2019)
- Fukuoka Asian Culture Prize (2008)
- Bangladesh National Film Award for Best Female Playback Singer (1993)
- Ekushey Padak (1987)
- Anannya Top Ten Awards (2008)
